Millbrook First Nation facts for kids
The Millbrook First Nation (called Wékopekwitk Miꞌkmaq in the Mi'kmaq language) is a Mi'kmaq community and First Nation government located in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is one of many Indigenous communities that have lived in this area for a very long time.
Our Lands: Reserves
The Millbrook First Nation has seven special areas of land called reserves. These are lands set aside for the community. Here are some of them:
| Community Name | Size (hectares) | Where it is | People Living There | Year Established |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Lake 17 | 49.4 | Northeast of Halifax | 20 | 1867 |
| Cole Harbour 30 | 18.6 | East of Halifax | 208 | 1880 |
| Millbrook 27 | 302.0 | South of Truro | 921 | 1886 |
| Sheet Harbour 36 | 32.7 | Northeast of Halifax | 10 | 1915 |
| Truro 27A | 16.7 | South of Truro | 0 | 1904 |
| Truro 27B | 16.4 | Next to 27A | 0 | 1907 |
| Truro 27C | 9.5 | Next to 27B | 0 | 1909 |
Our Leaders: Band Chiefs
A Band Chief is like the main leader or mayor for the First Nation community. They help make important decisions for the people.
| Chief's Name | Years Served | Number of Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Paul | 1984-2012 | 14 |
| Bob Gloade | 2012–present | 3 |
Important People from Millbrook
- Nora Bernard was an activist who worked hard to make things better for her community and other Indigenous peoples.
- Lawrence Paul was a very important leader who served as Chief for many years.
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